Ethyl butyrate

Name: Ethyl butyrate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019187

About Ethyl butyrate

Ethyl butyrate is an aroma chemical in Synthesis grade carrying the CAS registry number 105-54-4 with a typical assay of ≥98%. Formula C6H12O2, molecular weight 116.16 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ethyl butanoate. Common synonyms include Ethyl n-butanoate and Ethyl n-butyrate.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a melting point of -93 °C and a boiling point of 120 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and food and flavour applications. It is used across food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg and 180 kg packs, Ethyl butyrate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Food & flavour applications

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyl butyrate
Catalogue No.	VQ-019187
CAS Number	105-54-4
IUPAC name	ethyl butanoate
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₂O₂
Molecular weight	116.16 g/mol
Exact mass	116.0837
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29156010
InChIKey	OBNCKNCVKJNDBV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCC(=O)OCC
PubChem CID	7762

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Melting point	-93 °C
Boiling point	120 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
UN number	UN 1180
Synonyms	Ethyl n-butanoate, Ethyl n-butyrate, Butanoic acid ethyl ester, Butyric acid ethyl ester, Butyric ether, Butanoic acid, ethyl ester, Butyric ester, Butyric acid, ethyl ester, n-Butyric acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 1-butyrate, Ethyl ester of butanoic acid, Ethyl Butyrate, Standard For Gc

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P264 + P265, P280, P303 + P361 + P353, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyl butyrate?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyl butyrate is 105-54-4. It is also known as Ethyl n-butanoate, Ethyl n-butyrate, Butanoic acid ethyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl butyrate?

Ethyl butyrate has the molecular formula C6H12O2 and a molecular weight of 116.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl butanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyl butyrate can I order?

We supply Ethyl butyrate in Synthesis (≥98%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg, 180 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyl butyrate?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyl butyrate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Ethyl butyrate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyl butyrate is classified as hazardous (UN 1180), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.